Strengthening global research through multilateral partnerships

Multilateral Collaboration in STEM Fields

The Global Innovation Initiative is a joint effort of the United States and the United Kingdom to strengthen global multilateral collaboration through grants to university consortia focusing on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)-related issues of global significance that foster cutting-edge multinational research and strengthen institutional international partnerships.

U.S. Competition

UK Competition

How Do I Apply?

Two parallel but separate grant competitions will be offered in the U.S. and UK and will require either a U.S. or UK institution to take the lead on the partnership. Proposals should include at least one U.S., one UK, and one selected other country higher education institution partner.